How to Pronounce Timely

To pronounce "timely", say TIM-ely — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtaɪmli/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈtaɪmli/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “timely”

"timely" has 2 syllables: tim-ely. It rhymes with untimely and primely, if that helps it stick.

What does timely mean?

adjective

  1. Done at the proper time or within the proper time limits; prompt.
  2. Happening or appearing at the proper time.

adverb

  1. In good time; early, quickly.
  2. At the right time; seasonably.

Synonyms

on timewell-timedopportuneseasonable

Antonyms

ill-timedlateinopportuneunseasonable

Words that rhyme with timely

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

untimelyprimelybimli

Related words

punctualwell-timedseasonablyseasonableopportuneapropostimeouslypunctuality

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "timely"?▾

"Timely" has 2 syllables: tim · ely.

What is the IPA transcription of "timely"?▾

The IPA transcription of "timely" is /ˈtaɪmli/.

What does "timely" mean?▾

Timely: Done at the proper time or within the proper time limits; prompt.

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